Johnny Depp once said, “My body is my journal, and my tattoos are my story.” Tattoos are a significant expression of art, emotion, dedication, and fun. Whether you are getting at a tattoo of your favorite animal, favorite quote, lyric , or a portrait of someone you love, you are a canvas for the tattoo artists to ink. For the 17th year running the Philadelphia Tattoo Arts Convention will be in Philadelphia. You don’t want to miss this exTATvaganza. Award winning tattoo artist from around the world, special guest, and performers will all be in attendance. Come see some of your favorite TV personalities from NY Ink, LA Ink, Best Ink, Tattoo Rescue, and InkMasters. Ink Master winners Jason Clay Dunn, Shane O’ Neil, Joey Hamilton, and Scott Marshal and The Bristol Tattoo Club. There will be awards for Best Back Piece, Most Original Tattoo each day of the convention. Old City Slideshow , The Enigma and Marlo Marquise , Burlesque and Live human suspension will provide the entertainment. Come see me “The Mogul Girl” and over 900 of the world’s best tattooing artists from 400 different tattoo shops live all weekend long. Huge shout out to Troy Temple and Villian Arts for organizing this convention. Don’t miss this get your Ticket prices are $22 per day or $45 for a 3-day pass. Tickets sold only at the show. Please contact Villain Arts for more info: tattooedkingpin@gmail.com, 215-423-4780 or visit www.villainarts.com

Black Ink Crew Queen Dutchess will be at the Tattoo Arts Convention. They will have a tattoo contest and giveaway. You have to follow @BlackInkTattooStudio And @BlalckInkMag On Instagram. Look out for offers and to schedule an appointment with Black Ink Crew email blackinkworldwide@gmail.com and put your city in the subject line. So if you are in the 215 make sure your subject says "Philly" .